📸 April G. Photography
Visual, UI / UX, and Brand Design
Creative and self-motivated multidisciplinary designer with 20+ years of professional experience, which overlaps with direct work with freelance clients. With a background in Fine Arts, I have a strong ability to conceptualize ideas into solutions as proven through various print and digital projects.
Professional Experience
Graphic Designer, Email
2024 - Present
Sherwin-Williams
Under the direction of the Associate Creative Director, I partner with the Copy team to craft, design and execute breakthrough email/SMS campaigns and supporting Blog posts across the company. Staying up-to-date with current design trends, email best practices and new technologies to continuously improve email design and performance. I also partner with the Marcom Engagement team to track analytics of launched email/SMS campaigns, identify trends and apply learnings to subsequent projects.
Digital Designer
2024
Kent Displays, Inc.
Under the direction of the VP of Marketing & Product Strategy, I create a variety of visual assets that span marketing channels: from paid digital ads, organic social content, retail packaging, point-of-purchase displays and merchandisers, as well as print, video advertising and communications. Well-versed in delivering artwork at every stage of development — from concept to finished production-ready artwork.
Senior Graphic Designer
2022 - 2024
Kiwi Creative
Senior Graphic Designer, working under a Managing Director in an agency environment. Responsible for creating visually appealing and highly-impactful designs for clients in the software and tech industry. A passion for digital, print and branding projects, being equal parts creative and attentive to details.
Senior Graphic Designer
2009 - 2022
Carter Lumber
Senior Graphic Designer, working under a Marketing Manager. Responsible for a range of projects both print and digital. Strong ability to conceptualize ideas into solutions as proven through various assignments ranging from print media for local home shows to websites and email campaigns.
Graphic Designer
2007 - 2009
StrategyONE, Inc.
Graphic Designer, working under a Creative Director in an agency environment. Producing engaging design solutions, from print collateral to website projects for local clients in the non-profit industry. Was able to develop my skills in a collaborative and team-building environment.
Junior Graphic Designer
2005 - 2006
Crowl Marketing | Creative
Junior Graphic Designer, working under a Creative Director in an agency environment. Participated in various design projects from concept to completion. Listening to feedback to hone skills and improve design.